Obtaining a New Prescription Allergy Medicine from Your Doctor

If you have allergies and you are looking to try a new allergy medication, you need to call your doctor and set up an appointment to discuss it. This is important because your doctor will have to write you a prescription for a new prescription allergy medicine.
However, before your doctor decides which prescription allergy medicine is most appropriate for you, he is going to do a few things first. For one, your doctor will do several standard tests in order to determine what kind of allergies you have, as well as determine the severity of your allergies.
It does not matter if you are looking to get a new allergy medicine for your child or yourself; you will need to have a doctor’s prescription before you can buy the allergy medicine. You can, of course, buy an allergy medicine over the counter but you should be aware that it will not be as strong as prescription allergy medicine.
If you have severe allergies, over the counter allergy medicines are not going to help you with your allergies most likely; your severe allergies will require stronger allergy medicine, which is why you need to see your doctor and have him write a prescription allergy medicine for you.
There are plenty of prescription allergy medicines available today. Most of these allergy medications have been found to be very effective in treating allergies, from mild to severe cases.
But you need to keep in mind, though, that no matter which prescription allergy medicine you buy for your allergies, it is not going to work overnight; it will take some time before it can bring you the results you want. It is not reasonable to expect any drug to fully deal with your allergies in only a matter of days. Remember that most medications take between 4 to 6 months before their full effects can be felt.
The good news is that many of the available prescription allergy medicine are very powerful. You simply need to see your doctor and have him prescribe the most appropriate prescription allergy medicine for you. Also, it is not enough that you simply take your allergy medication and rely on it to keep you from having allergy attacks. You also need to know exactly what causes your allergies and then actively avoid it so you can minimize your allergies.
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How to Live with a Wheat Allergy

Many people live with allergies every day, and although if you don’t suffer from any yourself it can be hard to understand. People learn to live with allergies on a day to day basis, and with more and more people suffering from them learning to understand them is the key. Wheat allergies are increasing, and more people now suffer from this type of allergy. With over 40% of the population living with wheat allergies everyday it is more common than you may think.  Knowing the symptoms, and reactions to allergies, will help you determine if you are allergic to wheat.

If you suspect you may be one of these people, then finding out exactly what wheat allergies are is very important.  Understanding the symptoms and researching the treatments if any are available, is essential. A wheat allergy is basically a food allergy; it is your body’s reaction to the seed storage proteins of wheat. These proteins contain gluten, gliadin and globulin, and are what causes the wheat allergy in your body. Some people are only allergic to the wheat protein and others are allergic to other seeds and plant tissues as well. In extreme cases, simply inhaling flour can start an allergic reaction in your body. More and more workers in bakeries are now allergic to wheat, and over 42% have what is known as Bakers asthma.

Establishing exactly what type of allergic reaction you have to the different seeds and protein is the first step. They will cause different reactions in different people, and even if two people both suffer from wheat allergies, they can react differently. Wheat allergies will cause the same sort of reaction in your body as other food allergies. There are several different reactions, you may experience them all or just some of them. These allergic reactions can be scary and overwhelming, and they can happen a few moments or even a few hours after you have eaten the wheat product. You could experience, chest pains, dizziness, irritated eyes, nausea, a skin rash or vomiting. In a very severe case you may go into Anaphylaxis shock, this is a life threatening reaction which will need immediate medical attention.  If you do happen to have any of these reactions after eating then you will need to determine which food caused the allergic reaction.

Visiting a doctor for allergy tests is essential, they will carry out a series of tests to determine which foods or proteins you are allergic too. They will cut out one food at a time from your diet, and will wait to see if a reaction occurs. The food is then added back into your diet, until one of the foods triggers an allergic reaction. This process can take some time, and you will have to be patient whilst you try to eliminate foods. Keeping a food journal is advised, so you can refer back to it at anytime and pinpoint the reactions to a food type. Once you have established which food you are allergic to, then this food can then be avoided, and although this seems drastic cutting one type of food from your diet isn’t as daunting as it sounds.

You may have to change your diet and your lifestyle, to ensure you do not get an allergic reaction every time you eat. There are several different wheat free alternatives to your average food, you can buy and eat these if it is proven that you are allergic to wheat. You have to ensure that when you go shopping you read the labels of all products, you will be surprised what has wheat in its ingredients. Wheat can be found in bread, flour, soy sauce, starch and modified starch, to name a few products. If you don’t want to change your lifestyle and diet completely then you can take some over the counter medications. You must however consult your doctor regarding these medications. If you are considering changing your diet, to not include wheat, you may want to consult a dietitian, to ensure you are receiving all the diet requirements you need. If you have a child with a wheat allergy they will often grow out of it, but if they don’t then you want to ensure you have guided them to lead a wheat free diet. Whichever method you decide is right for you, you can live with a wheat allergy, with just some small changes.

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Ten Allergy Tips For Breathing Easy This Fall

ViewTalk Submitted by Armen Hareyan on 2009-09-02 All about: Allergy Relief

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Fall is right around the corner and allergens are in full force. Pollen, ragweed, and mold are still taking their toll on allergy sufferers. These are harmless substances for most; but for some they take the enjoyment out of Fall. According to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology, roughly 20% of Americans suffer from allergies and another 20% suffer from hypersensitivities to food, environmental substances, or stimuli.

So what can you do if Fall allergies make you miserable? ChicagoHealers.com Practitioner, Dr. Wahl, who specializes in the treatment of children and adults with allergies and hypersensitivities, brings relief to sufferers with 10 tips breathing easier this season:

1) Take a whole food based Vitamin C.

Vitamin C acts as a natural antihistamine. Dr. Richard Podell, author of When Your Doctor Doesn't Know Best: Errors That Even the Best Doctors Make and How to Protect Yourself, recommends 1000 milligrams of vitamin C (Ester-C) twice daily to help with allergies and asthma.

2) Magnesium eases breathing

Some immunologists suggest taking 400 milligrams of magnesium daily helps with nasal allergies and breathing problems. Taking more than that can cause diarrhea. If you want to supplement your diet with magnesium–rich foods, the best sources are nuts, beans, whole grains, green leafy vegetables, and bananas.

3) Wear sunglasses when going outside

Allergic rhinitis, or hay fever, creates a certain amount of photosensitivity. Wearing sunglasses helps reduce your sensitivity to light and thus helps your eyes from excessive watering.

4) Bring a cold pack

When you are at an outdoor sports event, periodically place a cold pack over your eyes and on your face to reduce inflammation and help relieve some of your symptoms.

5) Drink a lot of cool water

Rehydrating is one of the best ways to eliminate toxins from your body. It cools you down and provides some symptom relief.

6) Stay away from dairy

If you have hay fever, eating dairy will produce even more phlegm and make you feel worse.

7) Use your bathroom exhaust fan when taking a shower

This will help prevent to growth of mold in the shower. Replace your liner every month or two, if you have mold sensitivities or asthma.

8) Keep your dryer vent clear

Build-up of lint in the dryer vent will cause an excess of dust in your house. Have your vents cleaned regularly to avoid aggravating your allergy symptoms.

9) Get rid of clutter

Allergy sufferers need to be especially careful about controlling dust in their homes. Clutter is a major source of dust and dust mites.

10) Get tested for food allergies

Many people who have allergies are also sensitive to different foods. These multiple sensitivities build on each other and stress the immune system. Find out what foods you are sensitive to and either eliminate them from your diet or get treated for them so you can eat those foods symptom-free.

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Hope May Be Coming for Peanut Allergy Sufferers

ViewTalk Submitted by Denise Reynolds RD on 2010-02-21 All about: Allergy Relief

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Those who suffer from peanut allergies (and the parents of children with peanut allergies) are in constant fear of even a trace of the nut bringing about an anaphylactic reaction. A new study from Cambridge University in the United Kingdome and presented at the annual meeting of the American Association for the Advancement of Science may have found hope.

In a trial of 23 children that lasted two years, researchers from Cambridge University used “desensitization therapy” or “immunotherapy” in which tiny doses of peanut flour were given each day, gradually increasing the dose until they can now eat five or more nuts a day. The study lasted for six weeks with most children tolerating it well, except for some temporary mouth itching or abdominal pain.

Twenty-one of the 23 children (91%) were able to safely eat at least five peanuts every day without any reaction. After six months, 19 of the children were able to increase intake to 12 peanuts at a time.

Earlier attempts at this unusual approach of exposing allergic children used injections of peanut extract or oil and caused serious reactions. It is thought that the approach worked this time because small doses of flour were put into yogurt which was eaten.

The news is very exciting to those with severe food allergies. An estimated 30,000 Americans are treated in emergency rooms each year because of allergic reactions and new research shows that the number of children with food allergies has risen 18% in just 10 years.

For those 3.3 million Americans allergic to nuts, extreme care must be taken to read food labels and to research restaurant menus to avoid peanut ingredients. Even an event like going to a ballgame where peanut shells and fibers can travel through the air can be a dangerous situation. Unlike other food allergies, such as those to milk and eggs, children do not often outgrow peanut allergies.

There are still many unknowns about immunotherapy and it is not clear how permanent the state of the desensitization will last. A larger trial of 104 children will begin next month and last about three years.

This type of desensitization therapy should never be attempted except in a controlled setting under the strict supervision of professionals, as peanut allergies are extremely serious and can be fatal.

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Managing Your Seasonal Allergy Symptoms

ViewTalk Submitted by Denise Reynolds RD on 2010-03-11 All about: Allergy Relief
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With spring just around the corner, and trees and plants beginning to bloom, are you ready for the sneezing, wheezing, and itchy eyes? While there are a lot of factors that can’t be controlled, Pollen.com and the Asthma and Allergy Foundation have tips that can make the season more bearable.
More than 35 million Americans suffer from allergy symptoms. An allergy is a heightened sensitivity to a foreign substance, called an allergen. Normally, the immune system wouldn’t react to a harmless substance, such as pollen, dust, or mold. However, in those with seasonal allergies (commonly called “hay fever”), the immune system overreacts and produces histamines and other chemicals to fight the invader.
Allergies appear to have a genetic component. Children of people with seasonal allergies have a greater likelihood of having them also. Most people develop allergies before the age of 20.
Allergies to tree pollens tend to strike more in late winter and early spring while grass allergies are more common spring through summer. Ragweed is the most common allergen in the fall.
Prevention
When pollen counts are high, it is best to stay indoors if possible. Pollen.com offers a 4-Day weather and pollen count may that can be created for a specific location. Pollen counts tend to peak between 5 a.m. and 10 a.m. each day.
Medical Treatments
There is a variety of both over the counter and prescription medications that can help those with seasonal allergies. Most OTC medications are antihistamines such as Benadryl and Tavist. These can cause drowsiness and dry mouth. Nasal decongestants that contain pseudoephedrine may help relieve the stuffy nose that come with allergies, but it will not help sneezing. Allergy shots may be necessary for those with severe reactions.
Natural Treatments
Dr. Mary Hardy of the Cedars Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles says that nature-based products can be useful for mild allergies and may help more severe allergies when used in conjunction with standard medical treatments. One such herbal product that has been studied is called butterbur (Petasites hybridus). A study from the British Medical Journal found that one tablet of butterbur four times daily was as effective as an antihistamine in controlling seasonal allergy symptoms. Remember not to add any herbal product to a medicine regime unless first approved by an allergist.
Some naturopathic doctors believe that certain nutrients may be helpful in easing symptoms. The flavonoid quercetin may control the release of histamine that initiates the allergic response. Foods rich in quercetin include capers, apples, tea, red onion, red grapes, citrus fruits, tomato, broccoli and some berries. The herb Nettle also contains quercetin.
Other changes to the diet may also be useful. Those allergic to weed pollen, especially ragweed, should avoid eating melon, banana, cucumber, and sunflower seeds, as these plants belong to the same family. Herbal products with chamomile and Echinacea should also be avoided.
In a small study in the journal American Journal of Chinese Medicine, acupuncture gave relief to a small group of season allergy patients without side effects. Acupuncture is based on the idea that stimulating points outside the body can initiate a reaction in the immune system, where the allergic reaction begins.
Should you move?
If allergies are severe, and you have the flexibility, some areas of the country may be better suited for those who suffer. Desert climates, Arizona and Nevada for example, tend to have fewer pollen-producing plants. Mountainous areas tend to have little weed pollen, but they do have considerable amounts of tree pollen. Areas of the Pacific Northwest have a smaller amount of ragweed, but does have other tree and grass pollens.
Weather and location makes a difference as well. According to today’s map at Pollen.com, the worst cities for allergy sufferers are in the south: Oklahoma City OK, Yuma AZ, West Palm Beach FL, Fort Smith AR, and Laredo TX. Northern regions are still feeling the colder weather, and therefore have fewer traveling pollens. The best cities today are Duluth MN, Des Moines IA, Aberdeen SD, Fargo ND, and Grand Forks ND.
Unfortunately, pollen grains can travel over long distances, so the allergen cannot be completely avoided. Also, researchers have seen that if people relocate to avoid one particular allergen, they may acquire a sensitivity to another type within the same family.
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Food Allergy Could be Irritable Bowel, Eosinophilic Esophagitis

ViewTalk Submitted by Deborah Mitchell on 2010-05-14 All about: Allergy Relief

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If you think you have a food allergy - and more than 30 percent of Americans think they do - a new study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association says the figure is less than 10 percent. Don't worry, you are not imagining things. However, you are likely experiencing some other condition, such as irritable bowel or eosinophilic esophagitis.

That is the word from Dr. Anish Sheth, a gastroenterologist who has many patients who come in complaining that they have food allergies, he told FoxNews.com. Often, however, what they have “is a case of irritable bowel syndrome,” he said. Another is eosinophilic esophagitis, which is inflammation of the esophagus, which can cause symptoms similar to those of an allergic food reaction.

Irritable bowel syndrome affects about 20 percent of the adult population in the United States, according to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. Common symptoms include abdominal pain and bloating, which some people may mistake for a food allergy reaction, as well as constipation, cramping, and diarrhea. It is one of the most common disorders diagnosed by physicians.

One of the main ways to control irritable bowel syndrome is by making changes in the diet—eliminating certain foods—which is one reason why people may think they have a food allergy. If they stop eating a certain food and they begin to feel better, they may think they were allergic to the item. Treatment of irritable bowel syndrome often includes changing the diet, stress management, and use of medications.

Eosinophilic esophagitis is an allergic inflammatory disease that is characterized by elevated levels of white blood cells called eosinophils in the esophagus, the tube that connects the mouth to the stomach. According to the American Partnership for Eosinophilic Disorders, these eosinophils damage the esophagus and persist even when people are treated with acid-blocking medications.

Symptoms of eosinophilic esophagitis vary among individuals and may differ depending on age. Common symptoms include reflux that does not get better after taking acid reflux medication, difficulty swallowing, food getting stuck in the esophagus, nausea, vomiting, abdominal or chest pain, and in children, failure to thrive, poor growth, and refusing to eat.

Eosinophilic esophagitis can affect people of all ages and backgrounds, although males are more commonly affected than females. People who have eosinophilic esophagitis often have other allergic diseases, such as asthma, eczema, or rhinitis. Eosinophilic esophagitis can be driven by food intolerance or allergies. Sheth noted that eosinophilic esophagitis is becoming more common.

If you think you have a food allergy, you may really have irritable bowel syndrome or eosinophilic esophagitis. Only a knowledgeable healthcare professional can give you an accurate diagnosis. It can be very helpful if you take careful notes of what you eat, any symptoms you experience and when they occur, and what treatment attempts have been helpful, if any, before you go to see your doctor.

SOURCES:
American Partnership for Eosinophilic Disorders
FoxNews.com May 14, 2010
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases

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